Swimming Lessons in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Teach your little one a skill for life with our inspiring and supportive baby, toddler and preschool swimming lessons, and Aquanatal Yoga classes in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.
From the first dip of their toe, Turtle Tots is a magical journey between parent and child, developing water confidence, safety, and swimming skills through our unique and multi award-winning, child-led swimming programme.
Turtle Tots Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire is run by Alyson Tulloch. Along with their team of world-class swimming teachers, they offer swimming lessons for babies, toddlers, 3 and 4 year olds, as well as Turtle Tums Aquanatal Yoga classes, from their lovely warm pool facilities in Aberdeen City Centre, Ballater, Peterhead and Aboyne.
For Babies, Toddlers, 3 and 4 year olds, our supportive and child-led swimming lessons offer a wonderful bonding experience, packed with songs and games to ensure that you and your little one enjoy your time in the pool together and develop a life-long love of the water. Our programme is taught by our fully qualified and highly skilled teachers who are trained to the highest possible standards. They have an in-depth understanding of early years communication and are attuned to your child’s needs to ensure that every skill is taught at a pace that is right for them.
Still awaiting little one’s arrival? Turtle Tums Aquanatal Yoga classes are a fantastic way for pregnant mums to prepare their body and mind for birth and beyond. Relax, unwind, connect with your inner self, and meet other mums-to-be with our weekly classes.
Check out our pool timetables below to find and book lessons online. Or, if you cannot find what you are looking for, GET IN TOUCH using the form below and we’ll help find the day and time for you.
Our Pools
Meet the Aberdeen Team
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Alyson
I am the owner and Mum of 2 daughter’s (not so little now) and have been teaching for over 12 years and Turtle Tots Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire is like my third baby. “My favourite Turtle Tots moments are watching little ones explore the water after watching and learning from their carers.”
I swim at Altens Hotel, Douneside House and the Craigendarroch.
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Mandy
“I’m lucky I get to experience the Turtle Tots magic with both my boys, it’s our favourite activity to do together. We love getting that one on one time together to relax in the warm water and have fun while also seeing their confidence grow”
Mandy teaches at the Altens Hotel
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Che
“My little girl adores Che and her classes are the highlight of her week. Che is gentle and calm and her classes are always fun!”
Che teaches at the Waterside Inn in Peterhead.
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Pearl
Pearl teaches at the Robert Gordon College, Douneside House and the Aberdeen Dyce Hotel.
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Loll Harper
Loll joined us in Autumn 2024 from Turtle Tots Central Scotland.
She teaches at the Altens Hotel & Waterside Inn, Peterhead and also teaches our Tums classes on a Monday evening.
Reviews
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Both my boys have gone to turtle tots since babys and have loved it. Che is an amazing teacher and has progressed my kids so well they are so confident in the water.
Rebecca 
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Both of my boys started Turtletots as tiny babies. It was an amazing time bonding with your baby and watch them develop every week. Now they are in the Turtletots big swimmers and so confident in the water.
It makes swimming fun with no pressure and they want to join in the games.
We have also made some amazing friends during our Turtletots journey.Lee -
My baby loves swimming at Turtle Tots. Lots of fun and I now feel really confident taking my baby swimming. Cannot recommend Turtle Tots enough.
Rebecca -
The turtle tots team are just wonderful. We mainly had Alyson and she was so patient, understanding and helpful during our lessons. It was such a positive experience for everyone.
Any teacher who also covered for alyson was wonderful too. Would highly recommend turtle tots.Kelly -
Both myself and Finlay have loved our swimming each week! It’s amazing to see how far he’s come! He is such a water baby and Che is just fantastic with the kiddies! We are going to miss our classes but would thoroughly recommend to others!
Sam -
Turtle tots teachers are very friendly and cater for different kids abilities.
Lorna -
Since starting, my daughter has made such good progress and she has got so much more confident going in the water. Cathy & Christine make each lesson fun and my daughter looks forward to her swimming class every week!
Chloe T -
We love Turtle tots. We’ve put both our kids through the turtle tots swimming programme and it’s incredible the confidence they each show now. My youngest who is 21 months is so confident in the water thanks to turtle tots. The small classes mean you get almost a one to one basis at times and they adapt to your child’s abilities. I’ve found it’s also helped my confidence and understanding of how to teach my kids to swim. Would highly recommend.
Eleanor R -
I would highly recommend turtle tots, the staff are amazing and so knowledgeable. My little one absolutely loves going and we’ve met loads of friends
Toni -
Both of our kids have attended turtletots over the years and we highly recommend them. The teachers are all excellent
Siobhan -
I’ve used Alison with all 3 of my children. I would not go anywhere else. She’s a brilliant swimming teacher and all of my children have enjoyed the lessons with her.
Leigh -
We have been going to swimming lessons with Alison at Turtle Tots since my little boy was around 12 weeks old (now 19 months). He loves it so much. His confidence has grown massively (as has mine) and we both look forward to every session. If you’re considering it, do it ! And do it with turtle tots. Amazing facility, teaching and encouragement. LOVE
Lucy